Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
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🏘️ Community
The Good Samaritan Food Ministry on McEver Road is asking for donations as it prepares holiday meal boxes — each box will include a short devotional on thankfulness to uplift hearts.
The ministry received 600 turkeys from a generous donation and now needs items such as canned yams, green beans, and more at its donation spots in the church.
💼 Business
A new restaurant will soon open at Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club in Flowery Branch—replacing the former Royal Lake Dining Room and offering golfers a fresh dining option after their rounds.
CHR Steak officially opens its doors tonight—serving dry-aged prime steaks and a wide selection of boutique wines in Gainesville while promising an elevated steakhouse experience.
🏈 Sports
North Hall junior Alex Schlieman completed 11 of 12 passes for 262 yards and three touchdowns in under one half during the fifth-ranked Trojans’ win at Johnson last Friday — his strong play earned him Offensive Player of the Week honors.
Hall County’s Week 11 Offensive Honor Roll names the top offensive high school football players from last week’s games.
Gainesville’s PJ Lewis — who ran against Roswell on Oct. 24 at City Park Stadium — is among those recognized.
North Hall high school football is set to complete its unbeaten season in week 12 — the team is making small changes expected to boost its playoff ranking after a key Gainesville game.
🎉 Gainesville Events
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Flat Creek Baptist Church Trunk or Treat
6-8 p.m. — Flat Creek Community Center — Free entry — Enjoy popcorn, candy, and a pumpkin carving contest at this festive event for all ages.
Drake Milligan Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check local listings — Experience the authentic country sound of rising star Drake Milligan.
SkynFolks - Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute
7:30-9 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — $15+ — Experience the authentic sounds of Lynyrd Skynyrd performed live by tribute band SkynFolks.
Bob Ross Paint Party
2-4 p.m. — Hall County Library Blackshear Place — Free participation — Create your own Bob Ross landscape painting in a relaxed, guided setting.
Dueling Pianos Friendsgiving Celebration
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — $20 — Enjoy a night of high-energy music and festive fun with the Andrews Brothers' dueling pianos show.
Rodney Atkins Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening filled with heartfelt country music and stories from Rodney Atkins.
Ryan Montgomery Concert
6:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of country music with rising star Ryan Montgomery.
PiCATso Paint Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Hall County Library Downtown — $10 supply fee — Unleash your creativity with a cat-themed paint workshop in celebration of National Cat week.
Watercolor Workshop with Vicki Paulus
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Hall County Library North Hall Technology Center — $2.94 — Unleash your creativity at this engaging watercolor workshop.
The Carole King & James Taylor Story - Tribute Show
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — $ — Experience the musical journey of two legends through a critically acclaimed tribute show.
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